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October 25, 2024

Argyle Housing

Young

FULL TIME & OTHER


Maintenance Officer

Introduction:
Who are we?

Building a better future for our Communities.

Argyle Housing is a community-managed, not-for-profit, housing organisation. Our main objective is to provide and manage secure, sustainable housing for people on low to moderate incomes who would otherwise struggle to find accommodation and for disadvantaged people who need support in order to maintain independent living. As a community housing service provider we are responsive to local needs and are committed to building sustainable communities in areas of need. Housing services include tenancy management and maintenance.

We are committed to assisting our clients and their communities to achieve a better future.

We have a portfolio of over 2,700 properties and offices in Campbelltown, Bowral, Young, Yass, Goulburn, Griffith, Wagga Wagga, Queanbeyan and Canberra.

Description:
The objective of the Maintenance Officer is to manage a portfolio of properties managed by Argyle. This will involve consultation with internal and external stakeholders including Tenancy Officers, Government and approved contractors and suppliers. The Maintenance Officer will work as part of a local team and assist in the delivery of small maintenance jobs and provide the guidance and support for planned maintenance on the organization's assets.

This dynamic position offers diverse daily challenges, ranging from hands-on repairs and maintenance to developing maintenance plans and reporting.

While the tasks may vary, your unwavering commitment remains the same – ensuring the well-being and comfort of our residents.

All roles within Argyle Housing are to be performed under the principle of “One Argyle” and with a commitment to client service delivery fostering the approach of ‘no wrong door’.

Skills and Experiences:
  • A relevant building or trade qualification.
  • Experience in the planning and delivery of maintenance works and capital upgrades to agreed scope, time and budget is essential.
  • Experience in evaluating, engaging and managing contractors and suppliers for maintenance works and upgrade activities is essential.
  • Thorough understanding of responsive and planned maintenance as it applies across a residential property portfolio.
  • Good organisation skills with an ability to work to strict deadlines and well under pressure.
  • Competency with Microsoft programs, particularly excel and word, and property management databases.
  • Well-developed problem solving and influencing skills including ability to recommend strategies for resolution/service improvement.
  • Current/Valid White Card.
  • Current Australian driver’s license.
  • Ability to work well in a team and autonomously.
A few benefits of working at Argyle Housing

  • Generous salary
  • Not-for-Profit salary sacrifice options
  • Free Time – One day off a month awarded to each Team Member to rest and recharge
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Staff Recognition and Reward scheme
  • Staff Wellbeing scheme
  • Volunteer leave
  • Reconciliation Action Plan working groups
  • Work/life balance
This is an excellent opportunity for those seeking a satisfying and fulfilling role within a supportive team environment, whilst making a positive contribution to the community.

To learn more about Argyle Housing, please visit our website https://argylehousing.com.au/about-us/

It is a requirement of this position that applicants who apply must have or must be willing to apply for a valid Working with Children Check and NDIS Worker's Check.

Next Steps

Send your Resume, together with a cover letter addressing each of the ‘selection criteria’ to Lune via Seek. Short-listed candidates will be contacted.

If you DO NOT address the selection criteria in your cover letter, your application will not be considered.

Applications Close 8 November 2024

Want more information?

Call Lune Lim on 0475 803 293 or email hr@argylehousing.com.au

Argyle Housing reserves the right to close this role early if a suitable candidate is found.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people with different abilities, and people re-entering the workforce.

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